AI models are becoming commodity, data one of the most strategic assets, says Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella
According to Nadella, there will be a direct correlation between the performance of AI models and how good is the data being used to feed it
How Microsoft is helping Maharashtra Police fight cybercrime with MahaCrimeOS
Maharashtra is using Microsoft’s MahaCrimeOS AI to help police tackle rising cybercrime. The AI system speeds up investigations, organises case files and guides officers through each step. The state is now expanding the technology to all 1,100 police stations to improve response and support for victims.
Brookfield to invest over $1 billion to set up GCC in Mumbai: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
This will be the MNC’s largest GCC in Asia, spanning across 2 million sq ft area and expected to create 15,000 direct jobs and 30,000 indirect jobs.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella spends his free time coding a cricket App, picks his dream Indian test team
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella spent his free time building a cricket analysis AI app and even used it to pick his dream Indian Test team. The fun side project highlights his passion for both coding and cricket as he continues to invest in the sport globally.
WhatsApp rolls out big holiday update with missed call messages, AI image tools and new status features
WhatsApp has rolled out a big holiday update packed with new features including missed call messages, AI-powered image creation, animated photos, cleaner link previews, new Status stickers, desktop media tabs and more. Here is a simple breakdown of every feature coming to the app.
OpenAI employees reveal reason behind leaving company, claim they were not allowed to publish honest research on AI risks
Former OpenAI employees say they left the company because they were not allowed to freely publish research on the risks and economic downsides of artificial intelligence. A new report highlights rising tensions inside the AI giant over transparency and intellectual independence.
Google introduces Emergency Live Video for Android: Key details
Google’s new Emergency Live Video feature lets Android users stream encrypted footage to emergency responders during crises, improving real-time assessment and guidance.
Game of the Year 2025 — Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 breaks the internet with 9 awards across categories
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 became the central headline of The Game Awards 2025 after sweeping nine awards across major categories, including the top honour, Game of the Year. Developed by the French studio Sandfall Interactive, the role-playing title broke the event’s all-time record, surpassing the previous benchmark of seven wins.
"We don’t force feed or mandate AI tools": Vembu explains Zoho’s approach to AI adoption
Sridhar Vembu outlined Zoho’s flexible approach to AI, sharing examples of senior and junior engineers who reported major productivity gains while choosing their own way of using AI tools.
Mumbai’s AI hiring outpaces supply at 15% job posts vs 8% talent; Bengaluru tops with 29% share
Beyond the two largest hubs, Delhi-NCR, which holds 18% of India’s AI talent and 12% of job postings, shows a relatively balanced market.
ChatGPT 5.2 update is here: List of new capabilities OpenAI's chatbot gets with the new GPT 5.2 model
OpenAI has launched GPT-5.2 with major improvements across reasoning, vision, long-context understanding, coding, and tool use, making ChatGPT more capable for professional workflows and daily problem-solving.
5201314 was one of India’s most-searched meanings on Google in 2025: Here’s what the Chinese number really means
India’s fifth most-searched meaning in 2025 was 5201314, a Chinese numeric phrase meaning “I love you for a lifetime,” reflecting Mandarin phonetic slang and digital culture.
ChatGPT-powered AI robot shoots YouTuber during safety experiment, video goes viral
A safety experiment took a surprising turn when a ChatGPT-powered AI robot shot a YouTuber with a BB gun after a role play prompt. The viral video has sparked fresh concerns about AI behavior and safety in real-world devices.
Major tech firms flag “market harm” in India’s AI copyright proposal
A recent analysis prepared by a leading global technology company, reviewed by Moneycontrol, warns that the proposal risks slowing down innovation.
Meta India appoints Aman Jain as new public policy head
Aman Jain's appointment as Meta's India public policy head comes at a time when the government is formulating a slew of tech and AI related regulations.
The Game Awards 2025 winners announced: From Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to Counter-Strike 2, here’s the full list
The Game Awards 2025 concluded with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the night, followed by major wins across family gaming, action titles, esports, and performance categories in a tightly contested year.
Nvidia rejects claims that China’s DeepSeek is using ‘smuggled Blackwell chips’
Nvidia denies reports that DeepSeek is using smuggled Blackwell GPUs, while the company develops new location-tracking tools to help prevent chip diversion into restricted markets.
ChatGPT influenced mentally ill man to kill his mother, lawsuit alleges
A new lawsuit claims ChatGPT fueled the delusions of a mentally ill man who went on to kill his mother. The complaint accuses OpenAI and Microsoft of failing to prevent harmful responses. Here’s what the case alleges and how the companies have responded.
Google is testing AI article overviews: What to expect
Google is testing AI-powered summaries on select publishers’ Google News pages, paying partners to offset reduced clicks while expanding personalisation tools such as Preferred Sources.
OpenAI fires back at Google with GPT 5.2 upgrade: All the details
OpenAI has pushed out GPT 5.2 in what many are calling its quickest major turnaround yet, arriving just weeks after GPT 5.1. The update is widely seen as a direct response to Google’s latest Gemini models.
SoftBank is back! Sumer Juneja signals India investments in 2026, says ‘we don’t want to be out of the game’
In an interview with Moneycontrol, SoftBank's Sumer Juneja said the Japanese investment giant is confident of deploying capital in India, even through smaller, sharper bets.
MC Interview: 'We’re competing with IPOs now': SoftBank’s Sumer Juneja says startup listings are rewriting India’s funding game
In an interview with Moneycontrol, Juneja said while competing with public markets may not be ideal for big funds, the rush of liquidity is phenomenal for the Indian startup ecosystem.
LG to showcase next-generation mobility technology powered by generative AI
LG Electronics said it will unveil its new AI Cabin Platform at CES 2026, marking a significant step toward the AI-defined vehicle era. The company said the platform is designed for automotive high-performance computing systems and is powered by Qualcomm Technologies’ Snapdragon Cockpit Elite. The showcase, scheduled for January 6–9 in Las Vegas, will demonstrate how generative AI can shape in-vehicle experiences as part of LG’s private CES exhibit.
Samsung unveils new innovation vision as it marks 30 years in India
Samsung announced a new strategic vision, #PoweringInnovationForIndia, as it completed 30 years of operations in the country. The company said the next decade will emphasise technology designed in India, built in India, and developed for global markets. The brand highlighted its role in India’s digital transformation, manufacturing ecosystem, and innovation-led economic progress since entering the market in 1995. Samsung reported revenue of Rs 1.11 lakh crore and positioned itself as the only company in India offering an end-to-end AI ecosystem across smartphones, TVs, appliances, and connected platforms through SmartThings.
